Vocabulary: Phrasal Verbs (Intermediate to Advanced) (B2) - Lesson 3: Phrasal Verbs & Register (Formal vs. Informal)

Lesson 3: Phrasal Verbs & Register Formal vs. Informal Language You know how to use phrasal verbs, but do you know *when* to use them? The way we speak and write changes depending on the situation. This is called register . Many phrasal verbs are quite informal and perfect for friends, but for professional or academic writing, a more formal , single-word verb is often better. This lesson will help you choose the right word for the right situation. Key Vocabulary Register (noun) | កម្រិតភាសា The style of language used in a particular social situation. Informal (adjective) | មិនផ្លូវការ Language used in relaxed, friendly situations. Formal (adjective) | ផ្លូវការ Language used in serious, official, or professional situations. Common Phrasal Verbs and their Formal Equivalents Learning these pairs will give you more choices and make your English more flexible. Informal Phrasal Verb Formal Single-Word Verb Example to find out to discover / to ascertain I need to find out the meeting time. (Informal) We must a…